H 2046
An Act relative to pill press machines
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to pill press machines, seeks to regulate the possession and use of pill press machines in Massachusetts. The bill’s purpose is to address concerns related to the manufacturing of controlled substances using these machines. It aims to clarify legal standards and potentially enhance law enforcement efforts in combating illicit drug production.
Key provisions
- The bill addresses the possession and use of pill press machines.
- It intends to clarify the legal definition of a pill press machine.
- The bill may establish guidelines for the regulation of these machines.
- It is linked to a study order (H5281) to further examine the issue.
Who is affected
- Individuals possessing or using pill press machines.
- Law enforcement agencies.
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors.
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar legislative efforts regarding pill press machines.
- It is accompanied by a study order to investigate the scope of the problem.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Richard G. Wells
Cosponsors
Jr. Richard G. Wells
Steven J. Ouellette
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Bill H.2046 194th (Current)
An Act relative to pill press machines
By Representative Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2046) of Richard G. Wells, Jr., and Steven J. Ouellette relative to pill press machines. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Richard G. Wells, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2046
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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